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Sentencing Act 2026
Politics defined as blend of conflict and cooperation in human society
The UK prison system faces critical overcrowding pressures, triggering intense political debate, policy adjustments, and public scrutiny over early release schemes.
Prisoner early release scheme paused by Andy Burnham may still go ahead
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has paused the prison early-release scheme to conduct an urgent review, leaving staff and victims' families awaiting a decision.